
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castalia Plaza Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $600 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Castalia Plaza area of Des Moines.


Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Parkside East

Total Monthly Price
Prairie Woods Apartments

3274 E Euclid Ave

Cypress 1 (East Ridge)

Hilltop Apartments

4754 NE 27th Ct
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2515 E 37th St

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Castalia Plaza, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Castalia Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castalia Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $800 | $2,337 |
| Castalia Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $695 | $2,358 |
| Castalia Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $975 | $3,102 |
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Cheapest Available Castalia Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Castalia Plaza area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grand Homes (55+ Community) priced from $800. Prairie Woods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Castalia Plaza apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castalia Plaza, IA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castalia Plaza area is the $1.08 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Prairie Woods Apartments in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $915. The second greatest value Castalia Plaza apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Grand Homes (55+ Community) starting at $800 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castalia Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Emory - Altoona | 1BR Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 3274 E Euclid Ave | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Capitol Grove Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Castalia Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Castalia Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Castalia Plaza is Grand Homes (55+ Community) which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Castalia Plaza costs $1,345.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Castalia Plaza?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Castalia Plaza that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Castalia Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Castalia Plaza have an average cost of $242 which is $1,103 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Castalia Plaza.
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